Craftsman 917.28856 Operator's Manual page 6

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Gasoline Capacity 3.0 Gallons
and Type: Unleaded Regular
Oil Type: SAE 30 (above 32°F)
API-SG-SL) SAE 5W30 (below 32°F
Oil Capacity: W/Filter: 64 oz.
W/O Filter: 60 oz.
Spark Plug: Champion QC12YC
(Gap: .040")
Ground Speed Forward: 0 - 5.2
Reverse: 0 - 2.9
Charging System: 3 Amps Battery
5 Amps Headlights
Battery: Amp/Hr: 28
Min. CCA: 230
Case size: U1R
Blade Bolt Torque: 45-55 Ft. Lbs.
CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of
a new tractor. It has been designed, engi-
neered and manufactured to give you the best
possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you
cannot easily remedy, please contact a
Sears or other qualified service center.
We have competent, well-trained repre-
sentatives and the proper tools to service
or repair this tractor.
Please read and retain this manual. The
instructions will enable you to assemble
and maintain your tractor properly. Always
observe the "SAFETY RULES".
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
• Read and observe the safety rules.
• Follow a regular schedule in maintaining,
caring for and using your tractor.
• Follow the instructions under "Mainte-
nance" and "Storage" sections of this
owner's manual.
_,WARNING: Thistractor is equipped with
an internal combustion engine and should not
be used on or near any unimproved forest-
covered, brush-covered or grass-covered
land unless the engine's exhaust system is
equipped with a spark arrester meeting ap-
plicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark
arrester is used, it should be maintained in
effective working order by the operator.
In the state of California the above is required
by law (Section 4442 of the California Public
Resources Code). Other states may have
similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal
lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is
available through your nearest Sears service
center (See REPAIR PARTS manual).
REPAIR PROTECTION
AGREEMENTS
Congratulations on making a smart pur-
chase. Your new Craftsman® product is
designed and manufactured for years of
dependable operation. But like all products,
it may require repair from time to time. That's
when having a Repair Protection Agreement
can save you money and aggravation.
Purchase a Repair Protection Agreement
now and protect yourself from unexpected
hassle and expense.
Here's what's included in the Agreement:
• Expert service by our 12,000 professional
repair specialists.
• Unlimited service and nochargefor parts
and labor on all covered repairs.
• Product replacement if your covered
product can't be fixed.
• Discount of 10% from regular price of
service and service-related parts not
covered by the agreement; also, 10% off
regular price of preventive maintenance
check.
• Fast help by phone - phone support
from a Sears representative on products
requiring in-home repair, plus convenient
repair scheduling.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple
phone call is all that it takes for you to sched-
ule service. You can call anytime day or night,
or schedule a service appointment online.
Sears has over 12,000 professional repair
specialists, who have access to over 4.5
million quality parts and accessories. That's
the kind of professionalism you can count on
to help prolong the life of your new purchase
for years to come. Purchase your Repair
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Some limitations and exclusions apply.
For prices and additional information
call 1-800-827-6655.
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